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The Reporter. (Akron, Ohio), 1988-03-19

The Reporter. (Akron, Ohio), 1988-03-19 page 1

LACK PRESS MONTH - ?fje Reporter inton ? Cincinnati ? Cleveland ? Columbus ? Elyria ? Lorain ? Mansfield ? Oberlin ? Ravenna ? Sandusky ? Warren ? Youngstown ? Northeast Ohio A ?ijjht In Ohe 'Darknesi VOL. XIX NO. 26 MARCH 19, 1988 THRU MARCH 26, 1988 ?,r),A,lu ^ U.MS rL l< ( ()l Y "IF IT IS ' ITISU Jackson's Campaign Is Exciting oy Jacqueline l. tsrown "1 am Black and I am a Woman," said Shirley Chisholm. "That makes me the bearer of a double jeopardy." "It is a shame that we must have a special month to honor the Blacks and the Women in America," said Ms. Chisholm, "when they have played such a vital role in building America." During a speech at the Civic Theatre on Sunday, Chisholm's theme was "Women: Partners In America." Sponsored by the Women's History Project of Akron, Chisholm came to Akron to help celebrate Women's History Month. Chisholm, the woman who fought her way through the white, boss-operated political system of Brookly to excel as a New York State Assemblywoman, and later a member of the United States Congress, is best known for her attempt for the US Presidency in 1972. She became a role model for all races and both genders as she sought the nation's highest office on a ticket that claimed her to be "Unbought and Unbossed." Chisholm believes that all women ? Black abd White - must stick together. In the past, she said, minority women nave not been involved in lobbying for women's rights. "Minority women are constantly about the business of day to day survival. They are not interested in philosophical, ecological, or political ideas, as such." When the women's movement began addressing economic issues, that minority women must be interested in, they began to get involved, -XZ3 1? Shirley Chisholm said Chisholm. There have been times when blacks and whites have come together on a particular issue where there is a common basis between the two, but not always. So we see that progress doesn't always come before skin color, she said. Chisholm can speak on this topic from experience. She has spent 28 years in the political environment. Also, she is still helping others within the political world. Referring to Jesse Jackson's presidential campaign, Chisholm said, "I am a part of one of the most exciting campaigns right now." In the past six months, Chisholm said, she has been in 25 states campaigning for Jackson. She feels that she is really getting to sec what is happening in Amcrica right now. Chisholm said that Jesse Jackson, even if he doesn't win the presidency, will be "the power broker" within the Democratic party. He has had an extremely large followingof voters backing him who like his policies. Said Chisholm, "Any politician who wants these votes is going to have to go to Jackson to get them." Chisholm did not comment on who Jesse would endorse if he doesn't win the Democratic nomination. One thing that Jackson nas on his side, said Chisholm, is time. If he chooses to, he can run for the presidency three or four more times. It is unclear if Chisholm feels Amcrica is truly ready for a Black President. Said Chish olm, even though it has been changing, "there is sexism and racism in the blood of America."So even if the country might not ready for a Black President now, Jackson can run later on when it is, believes Chisholm. Chisholm said that a woman could forseeably become the President before a Black. She bases this on events that have been occuring within the past ten years. Women, said Chisholm, need to figbt for more policy making positions and for respect within politics. "Women should not be considered just men missing parts when they arc in the political arena." Chisholm feels that if she can make it anyone can. "1 do so much because I have tremendous confidence in myself and unspeakable faith in God. I believe I'm good," said Chisholm. "But I never forget I'm Black, and 1 never forget I'm female." In 1972, said Chisholm, when she ran for the presidency, people thought she was crazy. People said that no Black espectallyawomancould ever be president. Women and Blacks in America - even ones with double jeopardy against them - can make it if tncy remember that it is a struggle for all women and Blacks and they stick together.In order to make progress, said Chisholm, we must take a chance and dare to "be crazy" and fight. Said Chisholm, "You must dare! I dared." OCRC Hold Hearing on Discrimination DAYTON ? - A public hearing on a charge of unlawful discrimination in housing practice against Jesse C. Burton, owner Ridgeview Apartments will be held Tuesday, March 22, 1988, at 9:00 a.m., at the North Southwest Regional Office, 40 W. 4th Street. Davton. Ohio. The hearing is based on a charge filed with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission by Larry and LaTanya Adams, married Black couple. Complainant allege that on or about October 26, 1987, respondent failed and refused to allow Larrv and LaTanya Adams to inspcct and rent housing accommodations in Montgomery County, Ohio for reasons not applied equally to all persons without regard to their race. Attorney for respondent is Jerome B. Bohman, Esq., representing the Ohio Civil Rights Commission is Lula M. Anderson, Esq., Chief Civil Rights Section, Attorney Genera! Cclcbrczzc's office. The case was scheduled for public hearing after commission efforts at conciliation failed. Hearing Examiner, Virginia M. Piatt, Esq. will preside. Peace Corps Expands Detroit, Mi.-Over 3,700 Americans will be sought by the Peace Corps in 1988 as the agency launches a program to double the size of its volunteer ranks within the next five years, according to a Peace Corps spoleswoman for Ohio. "From Morocco to Micronesia, from Thailand to Tanzania, the Peace Corps will be challenged this year to fill the increased number of openings," said Alice Cooper, regional spokeswomen for the Peace Corps. "While we always need specialists, this year we have a particular demand for people who possess leadership skills, flexibility, maturity, and above all, a desire to help others help themselves." According to Cooper, a greater number of Liberal Arts and generalists majors will be placed in Peace corps jobs in 1988. "You really don't need a specialized degree to teach others the importance of boiling impure water before drinking it, or helping to organize and run a school garden program." Peace Corps volunteers work on the problems of food production, health, education, housing, and economic development at the village level, stressing ihe use of locally available technology and resources.Cooper cited the Peace Corps fisheries program, which alone has nearly 200 immediate job openings, as an example of how volunteers with a nontechnical background are employed in this grass roots approach to development.Up to 14 weeks of training, emphasizing language and cultural orientation, is given to all Peace Corps volunteers before they arc assigned to their post. Round trip transportation costs to trainingsites, overseas iob assignments, and home leave in the event of a family emergency are provided. Each volunteer also receives full medical coverage and a monthly living allowance for food, rent, and miscellaneous expenses. Uponcomplctingof service, Peace Corps volunteers receive a "readjustment allowance" of $5400 and a special employment eligibility status for U.S. Government jobs. An applicant must be an U.S. by Thomas L. McCray On first sight, the above words might seem to carry with them an element of self-indulgence, except they are ritually expressed by the people and friends of the United Black Fund, Inc., of Greater Cleveland and rightly so for the achievenment of strength and unity, qualitiesof value forany group of people concerned for their destiny. These words, "captures the philosophical Essence of United Black Fund (UBF) - a philosophy of selfreliance, and self-determination" according to Dr. James Tanner, President. United Black Fund, Inc. is new in the Greater Cleveland area, presently planning to celebrate six years of service. The idea was initiated in Washington, D.C. the nation's capitol in 1969. Prior to that time, the National Urban League "had made a study of philanthropy and the Black Community. The study revealed the startling fact that Black-oriented groups across the country were either being denied fundsorwere receiving a disporportionatcly-small shareof funds from the United Givers Fund (predecessor of United Way), the fund raising The Color Is Green l{o\ . Att\ \\ ill iii m K . Kllis Rev. Atty William R. Ellis challenged Americans to look beyond your prejudies because "Rev. Jesse Jackson will the next United States President."Rev. Atty William Ellis, Editor-publisher of I*HE REPORTER, a guest lccturer at a survey of Mass Communication class at the University of Akron taught by Instructor K. Endress, stressed the Colorness of our Society. "The only Color recogized in the World is the Color Green", said Rev. Atty Ellis. "Everyone understands money which speaks an international language".An interested group of over 200 students listened intcntivelyas the Publisher of THE REPORTER emphasised that "Your importance in our culture is defined by your productivity and the number of Green Sacks that you have - Not by the content of your character or deeds you have performed". America must look beyond a mans color - look at the man and his message. Re". Jesse Jackson is the only man who can unite all scctors of America to make us the Greatest Country in the World.", Ellis noted. Ellis reminisced about racial instances in his life that tcmrcd his character, and his orld travels where he saw Full Employment in many Countries in the Middle East and Far East. "Americans deserve to have full employment. With every body having a job and meaning income, many of the Black Communities problems would be clcminated."Community Newspapers such as THE REPORTER served the total community and the Black Community as well. "THE REPORTER, created as a responce to the Akron Riots, has communicated the feelings of the peop'c. Many of the University students could not accept the fact that there are two societies in America - one Black, and one White. "Too long has White America questioned why there should be Black Newspapers". Rev. Ellis countered that.., "Every Nationality or Ethnic Group needs an communication vehicle to discuss and express their outlook on World and Community Affairs."THE REPORTER'S success can be measured by its continued existance, the dedication of the readership, the support of the advertisers, ana the committment of it's staff. "We raise issues and champions causes that serve tne Grass-root Community." During the Question and Answer Peroid, white students were more concerned about how the Biack Press handles reverse discrimination, while Black College students express clarification on the myth that Blacks do not read Black Publications. "Blacks are avid readers despite the fact that many were discouraged by our society to learn to read." Rev. Atty Ellis, a former Springfield, Ohio Branch NAACP F resident and a participant in the historical Brown VS Board of Education Case, reempha/iscd that. .."Blacks should Continue to Page 2 arm of the Health and Welfare Council. What the Urban League found in the Nation, a group in Washingotn, D.C. found similar patterns in that city. As a result of a study conducted by Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, editor-publisher of the "Washington Informer", it bccamc clear that the Black community was shamefully benefiting disproportionately from sharing in the United Givers Fund. In order to rectify these conditions, United Black Fund was established to "insure that non-profit charitable agencies serving the poor Black and minority (communities) receive an equitable share of the charity dollar and continue to serve the needs of citizens in local communities. Out of the Washington experience to establish iiie United Black Fund, which itself was not an easy task, Dr. Rolark was able to influence national interest to the extent that after five years there were 30 chapters and affiliates in the country. Cleveland is one of several cities where there are seperate entitles of UBF, but with the basic goals as were established by Dr. Rolark. Some other cities as Atlanta, Baltimore and more recently New Orleans have demonstrated successful United Black Fund Campaigns to the benefit of the black community. UNITED BLACK FUND OF GREATER CLEVELAND It should be of interest to note that the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, under the leadership of Dr. James Tanner with a Board of Trustees, women and men who are sensitive to human needs have made a good wholesome contrubution to agencies and organizations in the community, where other wisesuch support might not be forthcoming. A brochure, published by UBF lists those agencies and organizations receiving support from 198387. The brochure also contains an extensive listing of businesses and other organizations supporting UBF. United Black Fund of Cleveland is really a grass-roots movement, like its counterpart in Washington, is dependent upon volunteers for the success of its goals. It is indeed a "people's choice" kind of movement, in that it is an opportunity for people to work together for their common good, and the good of the community in which they live, and work. It seems to be an excellent way to demonstrate cultural solidarity, and economic security. "If it is going to be....its is up to me" expresses the vision of an action, which if it bccomes real has the possibility to become a strong bulwalk against the forces of contradictions in the black community and people. Organizational strength is power! The 1988 Fund Raising Campagin is currently underway with three major goals on the agenda, raise a total of $100,000, increase the number of contributors, and most ofall to increase for the community awareness of UBF, it's mission, and the agencies supported. Everyone who reads these lines can help in the achievement of these goals, by making a contribution. In addition a Radiothon and in I)r. Calvin Rolark Dr. James Tanner formation Fair will take place on March 26th to be broadcast from Vel's on the Circle over WJMO. Victory Luncheon will be held April 30. The Director of Public Relations for UBF, Glenda May was requested to write the conclusion:Finally, UBF is receiving the respect it deserves as the first Black Federated charitable fiving organization in the tatcofOhio. Iwashereatthe begining, (when UBF became full staffed), and I appreciate how wcVe grown as a unit, as an organization and as a funding reference for Black organizations.Our staff is deversified, living in all areas of Greater Cleveland, we bring back the needs of the community. One of our biggest challenges is making UBF a household word. Ifone person could only tell another about UBF and that person told 2 more and the list goes on. The only way UBF can survive is through the support of Black folks. It (UBF) belongs to Black people and we have to take care of it before it is taken away from us, Corner Investigates Death The MahoningCounty Corner Office is investigating the death of Mrs Princeaner Sumlin, age 65. Mrs. Sumlin was pronounced dead at South Side Hospital from an alleged self inflicted gunshot wound to the stomach Sunday, March 13, 1988 at her Sherwood Ave. home in Youngstown, Ohio. Born March 8, 1923 in Lineville, Alabama, Princeaner was the daughter of Benjamin and Mary Bell Marshman Greathouse. She married Continue to Page 3

LACK PRESS MONTH - ?fje Reporter inton ? Cincinnati ? Cleveland ? Columbus ? Elyria ? Lorain ? Mansfield ? Oberlin ? Ravenna ? Sandusky ? Warren ? Youngstown ? Northeast Ohio A ?ijjht In Ohe 'Darknesi VOL. XIX NO. 26 MARCH 19, 1988 THRU MARCH 26, 1988 ?,r),A,lu ^ U.MS rL l< ( ()l Y "IF IT IS ' ITISU Jackson's Campaign Is Exciting oy Jacqueline l. tsrown "1 am Black and I am a Woman," said Shirley Chisholm. "That makes me the bearer of a double jeopardy." "It is a shame that we must have a special month to honor the Blacks and the Women in America," said Ms. Chisholm, "when they have played such a vital role in building America." During a speech at the Civic Theatre on Sunday, Chisholm's theme was "Women: Partners In America." Sponsored by the Women's History Project of Akron, Chisholm came to Akron to help celebrate Women's History Month. Chisholm, the woman who fought her way through the white, boss-operated political system of Brookly to excel as a New York State Assemblywoman, and later a member of the United States Congress, is best known for her attempt for the US Presidency in 1972. She became a role model for all races and both genders as she sought the nation's highest office on a ticket that claimed her to be "Unbought and Unbossed." Chisholm believes that all women ? Black abd White - must stick together. In the past, she said, minority women nave not been involved in lobbying for women's rights. "Minority women are constantly about the business of day to day survival. They are not interested in philosophical, ecological, or political ideas, as such." When the women's movement began addressing economic issues, that minority women must be interested in, they began to get involved, -XZ3 1? Shirley Chisholm said Chisholm. There have been times when blacks and whites have come together on a particular issue where there is a common basis between the two, but not always. So we see that progress doesn't always come before skin color, she said. Chisholm can speak on this topic from experience. She has spent 28 years in the political environment. Also, she is still helping others within the political world. Referring to Jesse Jackson's presidential campaign, Chisholm said, "I am a part of one of the most exciting campaigns right now." In the past six months, Chisholm said, she has been in 25 states campaigning for Jackson. She feels that she is really getting to sec what is happening in Amcrica right now. Chisholm said that Jesse Jackson, even if he doesn't win the presidency, will be "the power broker" within the Democratic party. He has had an extremely large followingof voters backing him who like his policies. Said Chisholm, "Any politician who wants these votes is going to have to go to Jackson to get them." Chisholm did not comment on who Jesse would endorse if he doesn't win the Democratic nomination. One thing that Jackson nas on his side, said Chisholm, is time. If he chooses to, he can run for the presidency three or four more times. It is unclear if Chisholm feels Amcrica is truly ready for a Black President. Said Chish olm, even though it has been changing, "there is sexism and racism in the blood of America."So even if the country might not ready for a Black President now, Jackson can run later on when it is, believes Chisholm. Chisholm said that a woman could forseeably become the President before a Black. She bases this on events that have been occuring within the past ten years. Women, said Chisholm, need to figbt for more policy making positions and for respect within politics. "Women should not be considered just men missing parts when they arc in the political arena." Chisholm feels that if she can make it anyone can. "1 do so much because I have tremendous confidence in myself and unspeakable faith in God. I believe I'm good," said Chisholm. "But I never forget I'm Black, and 1 never forget I'm female." In 1972, said Chisholm, when she ran for the presidency, people thought she was crazy. People said that no Black espectallyawomancould ever be president. Women and Blacks in America - even ones with double jeopardy against them - can make it if tncy remember that it is a struggle for all women and Blacks and they stick together.In order to make progress, said Chisholm, we must take a chance and dare to "be crazy" and fight. Said Chisholm, "You must dare! I dared." OCRC Hold Hearing on Discrimination DAYTON ? - A public hearing on a charge of unlawful discrimination in housing practice against Jesse C. Burton, owner Ridgeview Apartments will be held Tuesday, March 22, 1988, at 9:00 a.m., at the North Southwest Regional Office, 40 W. 4th Street. Davton. Ohio. The hearing is based on a charge filed with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission by Larry and LaTanya Adams, married Black couple. Complainant allege that on or about October 26, 1987, respondent failed and refused to allow Larrv and LaTanya Adams to inspcct and rent housing accommodations in Montgomery County, Ohio for reasons not applied equally to all persons without regard to their race. Attorney for respondent is Jerome B. Bohman, Esq., representing the Ohio Civil Rights Commission is Lula M. Anderson, Esq., Chief Civil Rights Section, Attorney Genera! Cclcbrczzc's office. The case was scheduled for public hearing after commission efforts at conciliation failed. Hearing Examiner, Virginia M. Piatt, Esq. will preside. Peace Corps Expands Detroit, Mi.-Over 3,700 Americans will be sought by the Peace Corps in 1988 as the agency launches a program to double the size of its volunteer ranks within the next five years, according to a Peace Corps spoleswoman for Ohio. "From Morocco to Micronesia, from Thailand to Tanzania, the Peace Corps will be challenged this year to fill the increased number of openings," said Alice Cooper, regional spokeswomen for the Peace Corps. "While we always need specialists, this year we have a particular demand for people who possess leadership skills, flexibility, maturity, and above all, a desire to help others help themselves." According to Cooper, a greater number of Liberal Arts and generalists majors will be placed in Peace corps jobs in 1988. "You really don't need a specialized degree to teach others the importance of boiling impure water before drinking it, or helping to organize and run a school garden program." Peace Corps volunteers work on the problems of food production, health, education, housing, and economic development at the village level, stressing ihe use of locally available technology and resources.Cooper cited the Peace Corps fisheries program, which alone has nearly 200 immediate job openings, as an example of how volunteers with a nontechnical background are employed in this grass roots approach to development.Up to 14 weeks of training, emphasizing language and cultural orientation, is given to all Peace Corps volunteers before they arc assigned to their post. Round trip transportation costs to trainingsites, overseas iob assignments, and home leave in the event of a family emergency are provided. Each volunteer also receives full medical coverage and a monthly living allowance for food, rent, and miscellaneous expenses. Uponcomplctingof service, Peace Corps volunteers receive a "readjustment allowance" of $5400 and a special employment eligibility status for U.S. Government jobs. An applicant must be an U.S. by Thomas L. McCray On first sight, the above words might seem to carry with them an element of self-indulgence, except they are ritually expressed by the people and friends of the United Black Fund, Inc., of Greater Cleveland and rightly so for the achievenment of strength and unity, qualitiesof value forany group of people concerned for their destiny. These words, "captures the philosophical Essence of United Black Fund (UBF) - a philosophy of selfreliance, and self-determination" according to Dr. James Tanner, President. United Black Fund, Inc. is new in the Greater Cleveland area, presently planning to celebrate six years of service. The idea was initiated in Washington, D.C. the nation's capitol in 1969. Prior to that time, the National Urban League "had made a study of philanthropy and the Black Community. The study revealed the startling fact that Black-oriented groups across the country were either being denied fundsorwere receiving a disporportionatcly-small shareof funds from the United Givers Fund (predecessor of United Way), the fund raising The Color Is Green l{o\ . Att\ \\ ill iii m K . Kllis Rev. Atty William R. Ellis challenged Americans to look beyond your prejudies because "Rev. Jesse Jackson will the next United States President."Rev. Atty William Ellis, Editor-publisher of I*HE REPORTER, a guest lccturer at a survey of Mass Communication class at the University of Akron taught by Instructor K. Endress, stressed the Colorness of our Society. "The only Color recogized in the World is the Color Green", said Rev. Atty Ellis. "Everyone understands money which speaks an international language".An interested group of over 200 students listened intcntivelyas the Publisher of THE REPORTER emphasised that "Your importance in our culture is defined by your productivity and the number of Green Sacks that you have - Not by the content of your character or deeds you have performed". America must look beyond a mans color - look at the man and his message. Re". Jesse Jackson is the only man who can unite all scctors of America to make us the Greatest Country in the World.", Ellis noted. Ellis reminisced about racial instances in his life that tcmrcd his character, and his orld travels where he saw Full Employment in many Countries in the Middle East and Far East. "Americans deserve to have full employment. With every body having a job and meaning income, many of the Black Communities problems would be clcminated."Community Newspapers such as THE REPORTER served the total community and the Black Community as well. "THE REPORTER, created as a responce to the Akron Riots, has communicated the feelings of the peop'c. Many of the University students could not accept the fact that there are two societies in America - one Black, and one White. "Too long has White America questioned why there should be Black Newspapers". Rev. Ellis countered that.., "Every Nationality or Ethnic Group needs an communication vehicle to discuss and express their outlook on World and Community Affairs."THE REPORTER'S success can be measured by its continued existance, the dedication of the readership, the support of the advertisers, ana the committment of it's staff. "We raise issues and champions causes that serve tne Grass-root Community." During the Question and Answer Peroid, white students were more concerned about how the Biack Press handles reverse discrimination, while Black College students express clarification on the myth that Blacks do not read Black Publications. "Blacks are avid readers despite the fact that many were discouraged by our society to learn to read." Rev. Atty Ellis, a former Springfield, Ohio Branch NAACP F resident and a participant in the historical Brown VS Board of Education Case, reempha/iscd that. .."Blacks should Continue to Page 2 arm of the Health and Welfare Council. What the Urban League found in the Nation, a group in Washingotn, D.C. found similar patterns in that city. As a result of a study conducted by Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, editor-publisher of the "Washington Informer", it bccamc clear that the Black community was shamefully benefiting disproportionately from sharing in the United Givers Fund. In order to rectify these conditions, United Black Fund was established to "insure that non-profit charitable agencies serving the poor Black and minority (communities) receive an equitable share of the charity dollar and continue to serve the needs of citizens in local communities. Out of the Washington experience to establish iiie United Black Fund, which itself was not an easy task, Dr. Rolark was able to influence national interest to the extent that after five years there were 30 chapters and affiliates in the country. Cleveland is one of several cities where there are seperate entitles of UBF, but with the basic goals as were established by Dr. Rolark. Some other cities as Atlanta, Baltimore and more recently New Orleans have demonstrated successful United Black Fund Campaigns to the benefit of the black community. UNITED BLACK FUND OF GREATER CLEVELAND It should be of interest to note that the United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland, under the leadership of Dr. James Tanner with a Board of Trustees, women and men who are sensitive to human needs have made a good wholesome contrubution to agencies and organizations in the community, where other wisesuch support might not be forthcoming. A brochure, published by UBF lists those agencies and organizations receiving support from 198387. The brochure also contains an extensive listing of businesses and other organizations supporting UBF. United Black Fund of Cleveland is really a grass-roots movement, like its counterpart in Washington, is dependent upon volunteers for the success of its goals. It is indeed a "people's choice" kind of movement, in that it is an opportunity for people to work together for their common good, and the good of the community in which they live, and work. It seems to be an excellent way to demonstrate cultural solidarity, and economic security. "If it is going to be....its is up to me" expresses the vision of an action, which if it bccomes real has the possibility to become a strong bulwalk against the forces of contradictions in the black community and people. Organizational strength is power! The 1988 Fund Raising Campagin is currently underway with three major goals on the agenda, raise a total of $100,000, increase the number of contributors, and most ofall to increase for the community awareness of UBF, it's mission, and the agencies supported. Everyone who reads these lines can help in the achievement of these goals, by making a contribution. In addition a Radiothon and in I)r. Calvin Rolark Dr. James Tanner formation Fair will take place on March 26th to be broadcast from Vel's on the Circle over WJMO. Victory Luncheon will be held April 30. The Director of Public Relations for UBF, Glenda May was requested to write the conclusion:Finally, UBF is receiving the respect it deserves as the first Black Federated charitable fiving organization in the tatcofOhio. Iwashereatthe begining, (when UBF became full staffed), and I appreciate how wcVe grown as a unit, as an organization and as a funding reference for Black organizations.Our staff is deversified, living in all areas of Greater Cleveland, we bring back the needs of the community. One of our biggest challenges is making UBF a household word. Ifone person could only tell another about UBF and that person told 2 more and the list goes on. The only way UBF can survive is through the support of Black folks. It (UBF) belongs to Black people and we have to take care of it before it is taken away from us, Corner Investigates Death The MahoningCounty Corner Office is investigating the death of Mrs Princeaner Sumlin, age 65. Mrs. Sumlin was pronounced dead at South Side Hospital from an alleged self inflicted gunshot wound to the stomach Sunday, March 13, 1988 at her Sherwood Ave. home in Youngstown, Ohio. Born March 8, 1923 in Lineville, Alabama, Princeaner was the daughter of Benjamin and Mary Bell Marshman Greathouse. She married Continue to Page 3